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Program Education Officer job at USAID RTI International

Job Title: Program Education Officer

RTI International is one of the world’s leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 3,700 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.

About USAID Project:

The USAID/Uganda School Health and Reading Program is a five-year, USAID program that aims to improve early grade reading outcomes for children in primary grades and collaborate with the government of Uganda to develop sustainable health education systems that support national HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.

Job Summary: The Program Education Officer will work closely with the Professional Development Specialist and Literacy Field Supervisor to implement the training activities of the program in line with the stated goal and objectives. He/she will actively support the planning, conduct and review of the training activities to ensure that coverage is in line with the college and school data provided by the M/E team and that timely and appropriate feedback is obtained.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate for the Program Education Officer job vacancy should hold a master’s degree in a related field
At least three years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of six years relevant experience.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience working with International NGO on education projects in Uganda required.

How to Apply for the job:

All suitably qualified and interested applicants should send their updated CVs with contact information to recruitmentdatabase@rti.org and indicate “Uganda Program Education Officer” in the subject title. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.